The Alhambra is such a special place that it is reason enough to visit Granada. It is a palace complex with a rich history in every corner and has established itself as one of the great bastions of Spain’s cultural heritage.

This complex awaits us on the banks of the Darro River, on the top of a hill. Undoubtedly, a fairytale location in which the Alhambra is escorted by mountains and a lush forest.

Although today we can visit it and it is a tourist attraction, the Alhambra was originally a facility used for military purposes. With the establishment of the Nasrid kingdom, it became a royal residence in the 13th century.

We love the exceptional manifestations of Andalusian art, as the interiors of the palaces of this complex leave anyone astonished. We also love its façade and impressive reddish walls. Indeed, ‘Alhambra’ comes from an Arabic term that translates as «red castle».

As if this were not enough, this emblematic place has a ‘neighbour’ that makes the whole even more special: opposite the palace complex stands another palace with lush gardens called the Generalife. This is a charming villa that was used as a resting place by the Nasrid kings of Granada.

Surprised? Well, in entrées.es we want to make things easy for you to visit this complex without worries. Enjoy our tours of the Alhambra so that you can discover everything it has to offer from the hand of professionals who will show you all its nooks and crannies.